What are you thankful for?
Parent’s Corner- November 24, 2019
“We will not hide them from their children, but tell to the coming generation the glorious deeds of the LORD, and his might, and the wonders that he has done.” Psalm 78:4 ESV
“What are you thankful for today?”
A beloved gentleman in our church used to ask this question of everyone, in nearly every conversation. It got to the point that when you knew you were going to see him, you knew you needed to have an answer. After all, you knew he was going to ask!
This week as we enjoy a time of Thanksgiving with family and friends, let us tell our children of our thankfulness to God. Let’s tell them of the mighty works God has done, the prayers He has answered, and the promises He has made to those who love Him. Thankfulness is always a great topic of conversation, as well as a great state of mind!
This week in Sunday School. . .
2/3s- Jonah
Scripture- Jonah 1-2
Lesson Truth- God sees us and cares for us everywhere.
Aims for the children- to do at least one of the following during the lesson:
1. Affirm that God sees us everywhere
2. Retell the story
3. Identify illustrations of obedience and disobedience
4s-K, 1st-2nd, 3rd-5th- Jesus Walks on Water
Scripture- Matthew 14:23-33
Principle- Jesus is God and has authority over nature.
Ask Your Child- why did the disciples worship Jesus?
Apply- By demonstrating his or her trust in Jesus by serving and obeying Him.
This week- As a family, read Matthew 14:23-33
Children’s Church- God Reveals the Messiah
Scripture- Matthew 1:18-25; Luke 1:26-38
Lesson Goal- Students will worship Christ as Savior, Lord, and God.
Bible Truths-
1. The angel Gabriel told Mary that she would be the mother of the Messiah.
2. An angel told Joseph about the baby that Mary was going to have.
3. Mary’s baby was the Son of God and was going to be the Savior.
4. God is with us.
5. God fulfills His promises.
Key Verse- “And she will bring forth a Son, and you shall call His name Jesus, for He will save His people from their sins.” Matthew 1:21